Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting

From Garage Lights to Geeky Delights

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Are you tired of fumbling with your iPhone to undo actions? Discover a game-changing Quick Tip that will revolutionize your mobile experience!

This episode of Mac Geek Gab is packed with time-saving hacks and tech insights. Learn how to undo on your iPhone without shaking, customize your Finder tabs, and supercharge your Apple Notes with ProNotes. The hosts dive into the world of AI-generated music and explore the potential of ChatGPT’s Canvas feature for collaborative work.

Don’t get caught off guard by scam texts or emails! Dave, Adam, and Pete share valuable advice on staying safe online and discusses the latest developments in social media apps. Plus, get the scoop on innovative gadgets like motion-sensing garage lights and puzzle games that will challenge your problem-solving skills.

Ready to elevate your tech game and stay ahead of the curve? Don’t get caught missing out on these essential tips and tricks. Click to listen now and join the Mac Geek Gab community!

  • 00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1076 for Monday, February 10th, 2025
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    • Quick Tips
      • 00:00:01 Ventmore-QT-Use three-finger swipe (or tap) to undo on iPhone (and iPad)
      • 00:02:17 Steve-QT-Say “Cancel” to shut Siri up!
      • 00:04:37 Steve Hammond-QT-Use Option to set default app to open a file
      • 00:06:12 Rod L-QT-Tailscale says to install the standalone version on macOS
      • 00:08:50 PorthosJon-QT-Use pbcopy to send stuff directly from Terminal to Clipboard
        • cat /etc/hosts | pbcopy
        • 00:10:44 Alex-QT-Deselect Category view in iOS Mail
        • 00:15:13 Ed-QT-1075-Select the tab with the same Shift+Command+\ again!
        • 00:16:19 Porthos Jon-QT-1075-More Finder Window Management Tips
        • Don’t Get Caught
          • 00:20:41 Niceville Steve-DGC-Beware Texts that appear to be Apple wanting to change your password
          • 00:25:09 Lucas-DGC-Don’t Accidentally Invite People to an Event!
          • Show Business
            • 00:26:35 MGG Premium Listener Contribution Appreciation Moment
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            • 00:32:15 MGG Reviews 2025-01-02
            • Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
              • 00:33:43 Uncle Jamie-Which 2.5Gb Switches should I get?
                • UniFi Flex Mini 2.5G
                • GoodTop 16-port Web Managed 2.5G Switch
                • XikeStor 8-Port 2.5G Switch
                • 00:39:30 TP-Link’s China Connection
                • 00:43:10 Larry-How do I control what audio plays when my phone connects to my car?
                • Cool Stuff Found
                  • 00:48:44 Adam-CSF-Suno AI Song Generator
                    • Fletcher Makes – “Is Die Hard A Christmas Movie” voting machine (2024)
                    • 00:51:55 ChatGPT Canvas
                    • 00:57:42 Paul Conaway-CSF-HiDock to control exactly where the Dock appears
                    • 00:58:51 RandyWalker-CSF-Tapestry From iconfactory pulls all your socials into one timeline
                      • Friendly for Twitter
                      • 01:03:32 Mark M-CSF-ProNotes, adding formatting, AI, Templates, and Markdown to Apple Notes
                      • 01:05:38 CSF-Apple Invites now available for iCloud+ users
                      • 01:07:39 CSF-Motion Sensing LED Garage Light
                      • 01:10:51 Steve-CSF-StopTheMadness to keep those Safari Form Fills from driving you mad
                      • 01:11:50 Adam-CSF- Box Two by Neil Patrick Harris
                        • Box One by Neil Patrick Harris
                        • Myst
                        • The Room,  The Room Two, and The Room: Old Sins
                        • Blackbox
                        • Monument Valley and Monument Valley 2
                        • 01:17:22 MGG 1076 Outtro
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